Charter Fishing Destin Blog
What’s The Difference Between a Fishing Pole and Fishing Rod?
Fishing pole vs. fishing rod - What's the difference? Most anglers, today, use the two terms interchangeably, but there is a difference or two. A fishing rod has eyes or line guides and a reel seat to attach a reel to it. A fishing pole has none of those things....
Marlin vs Swordfish
Marlin vs. swordfish - many anglers consider them the same fish. Is a marlin a swordfish? No, not at all. They are both referred to as billfish along with sail fin fish. However, they are different fish even though they look somewhat similar. Swordfish are not related...
Deep Sea Fishing in The Gulf of Mexico
Deep sea fishing Gulf of Mexico waters is a life-changing experience that anglers love. Thanks to the shallow waters along the continental shelf that fade into deep water, the Gulf is a natural environment that produces monster fish. The 2,000 plus shipwrecks make...
What to Bring on a Fishing Charter
What to bring on a fishing charter is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions. So much so that we are devoting this blog to that subject. Fishing the Emerald Coast is a dynamic adventure. Whether you are fishing the shallows or fishing in deep water, your...
How To Catch Blue Marlin in the Gulf
Blue Marlin is perhaps one of the most sought-after big game fish on the planet. The record for blue marlin in Florida is 1024 pounds. [1] Given both of these facts is the question, how do you catch a blue marlin in the Gulf? The simple answer is that you troll for...
Luxury Fishing Charters Explained
Fishing can be hard work, but a luxury fishing charter takes the hard work out of fishing adventures. Often a luxury fishing boat is a higher-end unit with built-in accommodations that you would not find on most charter boats. Those amenities can include a range of...
How to Catch Amberjack
There are several options that work well for catching amberjacks. The top method is bottom bouncing or plunking. Both place your bait on the bottom of the water column. Another option is to troll for amberjack using natural or artificial bait. Amberjack fish can be...
Shark Fishing in Destin
Shark fishing in Destin, Florida waters has become a big draw for visitors to the area. Though sharks have been around for millions of years, predating dinosaurs and humans, many of us dread the thought of shark encounters at the beach. The reality is that sharks in...
Circle Hook Size Chart: Best Circle Hooks for Saltwater Fishing
What is the best circle hook for your fishing adventure? The truth is that while size matters, it varies depending on the fish you want to target. We will sort that out later in this blog, and we encourage you to take a closer look at the circle hook size chart here...
What Is a Saltwater Catfish and Are They Any Good?
Saltwater catfish are a pain to deal with because they are so good at stealing your bait. The joke, however, is on them because you might find them to be one of the best fish to eat. How big do saltwater catfish get? Most species range from 9-12 pounds at full...